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The announcement about Alex Pereira and Tracy Cortez's relationship quickly went viral, resulting into excitement across MMA communities on social media platforms.
UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira has started 2026 on a high note, not just in the octagon but in his personal life. The Brazilian knockout artist, nicknamed "Poatan," confirmed he is dating fellow UFC fighter Tracy Cortez through a heartfelt social media post during New Year's celebrations. In the post, Pereira and Cortez shared special moments from their evening together.
Details about the announcement
Alex Pereira posted a simple yet telling Instagram story, a photo of him wrapping his arms around Tracy Cortez from behind, both wearing matching festive sweaters. He captioned it in Portuguese with "New year," signalling fresh beginnings on multiple fronts.
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Cortez reciprocated by sharing her own stories, including one capturing the couple in a New Year's kiss surrounded by sparklers. The affectionate displays quickly went viral, resulting into excitement across MMA communities on social media platforms. Fans were quick to react, with many expressing surprise and delight.
Background on the UFC Stars
Alex Pereira, 38, is one of the most dominant forces in UFC history. A former two-division champion, he reclaimed his light heavyweight title in 2025 with stunning knockouts. Known for his lethal striking from kickboxing roots, Pereira rarely shares personal details, making this reveal even more noteworthy.
Tracy Cortez, competing in the women's flyweight division, has built a solid reputation with her skills and determination. Previously linked to fighter Brian Ortega until their 2023 split, Cortez has focused on her career while occasionally training in Brazil.
Their connection adds intrigue, as Cortez has spoken positively about training with Pereira's circle in the past.
Fan reactions
The announcement has dominated MMA discussions to kick off the year. Fans are buzzing about the cross-division relationship, comparing it to past UFC couples like Paige VanZant and Austin Vanderford. As 2026 unfolds, eyes will be on both Pereira and Cortez, not just for their fights, but for this budding relationship.
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